Overview  

The New York State Internship Program welcomes applications from undergraduate and graduate students attending colleges and universities throughout New York State, as well as New York State residents studying elsewhere. Interns are placed within specific areas of New York State executive branch agencies or departments, where they gain valuable experience, interact with government leaders and policymakers, and contribute to meaningful projects.

Compensation  

Student intern compensation varies by agency and assignment. Hourly rates typically range from $16 to $27, with most positions paying between $18 to $20 per hour. Some internships are unpaid. Certain internships may also qualify for academic credit; students should contact their academic institution for details.

StateJobsNY 

Interested students can use StatejobsNY to view internship descriptions, explore and identify preferred opportunities, and find application submission information. Once on StateJobsNY, click “Yes” in the drop-down field called “Internship?” for the full list of open internship roles OR search in the “Title” field for keywords related to your interests.

Each hosting office or agency reviews applications to identify and select candidates. The New York State Internship Program does not make hiring decisions on behalf of another agency.

Students  

Eligibility

To be considered for the New York State Internship Program students must:

• Be a United States citizen or foreign national eligible to work in the United States
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be actively enrolled in a New York State college, university, or graduate program, or be a resident of New York State, attending a college, university, or graduate program outside of New York State*
• Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, or the letter grade equivalent

* For Summer Internship applicants only: Attending a New York State school or being a New York State resident is not required.

Apply on StateJobsNY

For Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Student Intern Program, visit the FAQ page.

Application Timeline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Students are encouraged to come back to review internship opportunities on a frequent basis.

Agencies 

Agencies will be able to post internships opportunities through StateJobsNY. When submitting a posting, agencies will need to ensure that the “Internship” option is checked to properly identify the position as an internship opportunity. Please use the word “Intern” in the title of your posting to ensure the posting appears when an applicant uses the search box.

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Recruitment Guidance

Internship posting and hiring is now on a continuous basis. Agencies are encouraged to post and interview year-round to meet their respective needs while also being aware of academic calendars. We recommend agencies start the recruitment process early! Give yourself several months to promote opportunities, review applications, interview candidates, and complete the hiring process. Most students expect to have an internship offer prior to the start of their next term.

Fall: Post opportunities early, connect with colleges, attend career fairs; hire for the spring and recruit for the summer term.
Spring: Hire for the summer and start preparing for recruitment for the fall.
Summer: Hire and onboard interns while planning your recruitment strategy for the upcoming calendar year; hire for the fall and recruit for the spring term.
Year-Round: Post opportunities as hiring needs arise and maintain relationships with colleges, career centers, and students.

Contact Us  

• Email: nysinternships@cs.ny.gov